EDF5355

Technology in society ( 6 points, SCA Band 0, 0.125 EFTSL)

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Not offered in 2005.

Synopsis: The historical and political context and impact of technological change in general and computers in education in particular. Issues of gender, participation, equity, control, privacy and freedom of information.

Objectives: Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to outline the key issues in social commentary on computers, computing and technology from an educator's perspective; offer explanations of current ideas, critiques and trends in a form suitable for the school community; show evidence of a wide critical reading of the issues involved in the place of technology in modern society; relate their reading to critical reflection.

Assessment: Journal and reading log (4000 words): 100%